Tesla · 1 day ago
Project Development Engineer, Tesla Energy
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expTesla is a leading company in the energy sector, and they are seeking a Project Development Engineer to join their pre-construction team. This role focuses on evaluating and implementing strategies for battery energy storage, solar, and microgrid projects while managing the technical development of diverse project portfolios.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Own project development and execution for Tesla EPC projects, defining scope, responsibilities, and BOP specifications with Tesla products
Deliver technical support for proposals including custom drawings, diagrams, layouts, specifications reviews
Identify and communicate scope gaps, risks, and mitigation strategies; drawing on engineering, construction, interconnection, and permitting knowledge
Assess project sites, advance interconnection studies, and pursue permitting as needed
Qualification
Required
Degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent in experience
2+ years' experience in design & construction of power generation projects, emphasizing MV/HV substations (experience in utility-scale PV or battery storage preferred)
Expertise in electrical engineering, including power, controls, communications, fire protection, engineering calculations, CAD drafting & design, standards and code compliance
Skills in contracting: identifying and negotiating terms, developing scopes and division of responsibility docs
Strong written and verbal communications, and ability to provide technical guidance
Experience in fast-paced organizations with ability to prioritize multiple projects or tasks
Preferred
Experience in utility-scale PV or battery storage
Benefits
Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
Societe GeneraleEuropean UnionPennDOT
2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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